Company Registration / Incorporation
Guidance and documentation support for incorporating a company in Nigeria.
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CAC & Compliance
CAC Business Name Registration
Support with registering a business name for sole proprietors and partnerships with the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC).
A registered business name gives a sole proprietor or a small partnership a recognised identity for trading in Nigeria. We help you prepare the information and documents needed and guide you through the registration process.
Requirements can differ depending on your situation, so we confirm what applies to your case before you commit to anything. We do not guarantee that a proposed name or application will be approved; decisions rest with the registry.
Who this helps
- Individuals starting a small trading or service business
- Partners who want to trade under a shared business name
- Existing informal businesses that want a recognised name
How we can help
- Checking your proposed business details and preparing the application information
- Guidance on the documents the registry may ask for
- Support through the filing process
- Advice on what to do after registration, including ongoing filing obligations
What you may need to provide
- Your proposed business name and a few alternatives
- A short description of the business activity
- Proprietor or partner identification details (we will confirm exactly what is needed)
- Business address and contact details
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